Sigma Theta Psi
American multicultural sorority
Sigma Theta Psi (ΣΘΨ) is a multicultural, academic, and social sorority. The sorority was founded at San Jose State University (SJSU) in 1991.
History
The founding mothers of Sigma Theta Psi created the sorority on November 13, 1991, at San Jose State University. It is a multicultural, academic, and social sorority.
The founding mothers were:
Over time, the sorority expanded and has chartered fourteen chapters. Its headquarter are at 1509 E Campus Drive in Fullerton, California.
Symbols
Sigma Theta Psi's motto is "Only the Strong Survive". Its pillars are Honesty, Loyalty, Respect, Open-Mindedness, Leadership, and Academic Excellence.
The colors of Sigma Theta Psi are purple, black, and gold. Its flower is the orchid.
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